The Center for HIV Law and Policy challenges barriers to the rights and health of people affected by HIV through legal advocacy, high-impact policy initiatives, and creation of cross-issue partnerships, networks and resources. We support movement building that amplifies the power of individuals and communities to mobilize for change that is rooted in racial, gender and economic justice.

Prevention and Sexual Health

The essential starting point of HIV prevention is understanding how HIV is transmitted and then employing mechanisms to avoid or reduce the risk of transmission. Generally, HIV is transmitted in one of three ways: unprotected sex, shared needles or syringes, and from mother to child. Prevention efforts and the legal and policy issues that surround them are critical components in the battle against HIV.